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The 10 Do’s and Don'ts in an Interview. Jacilynn Hout Rohrer Period 1. The don'ts. Don't act as though you would take any job or are desperate for employment. Don't ever lie. Answer questions truthfully, frankly and succinctly. And don't over-answer questions.
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The 10 Do’s and Don'ts in an Interview Jacilynn Hout Rohrer Period 1
The don'ts • Don't act as though you would take any job or are desperate for employment. • Don't ever lie. Answer questions truthfully, frankly and succinctly. And don't over-answer questions. • Don't answer questions with a simple "yes" or "no." Explain whenever possible. • Don't answer cell phone calls during the interview • Don't ever not ask any questions • Don't be soft-spoken • Don't chew gum • Don't rely on your application or resume to do the selling for you • Don't smoke • Don't tell jokes
The do’s • Do research and know the type of job interview you will be encountering. • Do greet the receptionist or assistant with courtesy and respect. • Do dress the part for the job • Do shake hands firmly • Do wait until you are offered a chair before sitting • Do make good eye contact with your interviewer • Do show enthusiasm in the position and the company • Do avoid using poor language • Do write thank you letters • Do plan to arrive about 10 minutes early
Bibliography • http://www.quintcareers.com/interviewing-dos-donts.html • http://www.nhlink.net/employme/dodont.htm